The cable supporting an out-of-service ski lift at the Swiss mountain resort of Titlis Engelberg ripped during maintenance work, injuring several people.
The exact number of those injured and their condition was not immediately available, but officials confirmed no tourists were involved in the incident.
Helicopters with rescue workers have been dispatched to the accident site, 35 km south of Lucerne.
An official investigation has been launched.

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'consolidate ceasefire' in China talks
Three Turkish police, six ISIS members killed in clash
Indonesia fire kills 16 people in retirement home
Trump says US and Ukraine 'a lot closer' on peace deal but 'thorny issues' remain
China launches war games around Taiwan as island vows to defend democracy
At least 13 dead, 98 injured in Mexico train derailment
South Korean president vows to reveal truth on anniversary of Jeju Air crash
Trump, Netanyahu to discuss next phase of Gaza plan
